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Waste 24 Mar 2021

Turn over a new leaf and start composting

Now is a great time to start your home composting routine.

Waste 17 Mar 2021

Construction begins on Onehunga’s Community Recycling Centre

It’s going to be easier than ever for Aucklanders to re-home their unwanted items when the Onehunga Community Recycling Centre opens later this year.

Environment 15 Mar 2021

Locals grow a food forest in Puketāpapa

Waikowhai locals have formed a new EcoNeighbourhood group and are working towards starting a food forest in the area.

Environment 10 Mar 2021

Connecting with our seas during Seaweek

Aucklanders have an appreciation of their environment and enjoy a strong connection to the sea. But with enjoyment comes a sense of responsibility.

Community 8 Mar 2021

Rollerson Reserve gardens get the go-ahead

Community gardens in Papakura's Rollerson Reserve will be able to continue.

Environment 2 Mar 2021

Feral pigs close to eradication on Waiheke

A feral pig control programme on Waiheke has successfully reached a point where eradication is possible thanks to support from Ngāti Pāoa and other landowners and the Natural Environment Targeted Rate.

Environment 26 Feb 2021

From crumbs to compost in Albert-Eden

Two local groups are showing how to turn organic waste and leftover food crumbs into useful compost.

14-24 year olds 24 Feb 2021

Weymouth boat ramp open for use

Manurewa Local Board has completed its upgrade of the Weymouth boat ramp, guaranteeing continued access to the waters of the Pahurehure Inlet and Manukau Harbour.

Events36 Results

30 Nov 2024

Stories from young Antarctic explorers

Join the young explorers and artists of our latest exhibition, Into Ocean & Ice.

30 Nov 2024 - 01 Dec 2024

Microphotography with Peregrin Hyde

Get ready to blow up the tiny secrets of our universe!

02 Nov 2024 - 30 Nov 2024

Composting Workshops

Come and enjoy free workshops offering an introduction to easy ways of composting.

02 Nov 2024 - 30 Nov 2024

E-Waste Collection Day

Drop off your unwanted electronic products during this drive-thru event.

28 Sep 2024 - 14 Dec 2024

Repair & Share

We offer diagnosis and repair (where possible) of small electrical items, clothing and textiles,...

31 Aug 2024 - 30 Nov 2024

DEANZ Repair Café - New Lynn

Come along to the Repair Café at the New Lynn Community Centre to get your items repaired for FREE.

18 May 2024 - 07 Dec 2024

Storytime - Onehunga Community Library

Delight as our librarians, and occasionally authors or special guests, share enchanting tales.

02 Dec 2024

Preserving & Preparing for Waste Free Christmas Celebrations

Come along and get handy tips and creative recipes to reduce food waste over Christmas.